Compassionate Care Assistant — Flexible Hours & Perks

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks program discounts

Centre of Excellence training

Opportunities for sector innovation

Recognition and rewards for service

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is looking for a Daily Living Assistant to support residents with hygiene and daily living activities in the Parkland Clayton Park community.

You will assist with meals, mobility, and personal care, document care flow, monitor safety, and participate in daily shift reporting. The role requires flexibility across days, nights, weekends and holidays, and a commitment to safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School or GED completed as a minimum requirement.
• CCA or Personal Support Worker certification/diploma completed.
• CPR and Emergency First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals and mobility.
• Assist with special needs such as eye care, colostomy and catheter care.
• Participate in restorative activities and walking programs; plan and organize daily assignments.
• Monitor residents for at risk behaviours and intervene as needed.
• Complete documentation such as the Daily Care Flow Sheet and report changes to supervisors.
• Ensure safety by following procedures and infection control practices.
• Support social, spiritual and intellectual activities for residents.
• Assist in medication administration as assigned under supervision according to physician orders.

Education

High School / GED

Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Course or Personal Support Worker

CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification

Job description

Shannex Incorporated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is looking for a Daily Living Assistant to support residents with hygiene and daily living activities in the Parkland Clayton Park community.

You will assist with meals, mobility, and personal care, document care flow, monitor safety, and participate in daily shift reporting. The role requires flexibility across days, nights, weekends and holidays, and a commitment to safety and compassionate care.